1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu Naked. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu Naked would be higher. Both 1999 Daihatsu Naked and 2002 Mazda Laputa are equipped with a 657 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Naked | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |
